Cook (Meals on Wheels)

Crest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; New Jersey; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Daily pay option

Flexible schedule

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401k available

Career advancement opportunities

Friendly work environment

Referral bonus

Job summary

Crest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located in Cape May Courthouse, NJ, is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for residents in a friendly, community-driven environment. Key responsibilities include preparing and cooking resident meals according to menus, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, and ensuring accurate portion control. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and have at least one year of experience in food preparation. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including flexible scheduling and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year related experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook resident meals according to menus.
• Clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines.

Skills

Effective verbal and written English communication skills

Customer service oriented

Strong attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Crest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

A beautiful nursing home located in Cape May Courthouse, NJ is now seeking a cook to prepare meals for our residents. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart — our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we’ve worked hard to earn. If you’re ready for a rewarding career experience, your journey begins here!

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Daily pay option NOW AVAILABLE!
• Flexible schedule
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance available
• Supplemental disability and life insurance options available
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k available
• Career advancement opportunities / tuition reimbursement
• Friendly work environment
• Referral bonus / incentives

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Meet physical and sensory requirements stated below, and be able to work in the described environment.
• Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance work flow, and/or improve the work environment.
• Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons served.
• Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements.
• Taste, smell, and observe all foods prepared to confirm with recipes, and good taste and appetizing appearance.
• Consistently prepare meals on time so that serving schedules are met.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste.
• Prepare foods for facility personnel, families, visitors, and for special occasions and events as directed by the Administrator.
• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
• Inspect special diet trays to ensure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.
• Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year related experience in preparing foods in large quantities.

Effective verbal and written English communication skills.

• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
• Ability to deal with new tasks without the benefit of written procedures.
• Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change.
• Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.